20 isle of wight ceremonies guide
What happens if I forget what I have to say in the ceremony?
Can a friend/family member write a reading for our ceremony? Yes, although the Superintendent Registrar must approve it prior to the ceremony, so please include it with your checklist. If they are writing it as a surprise for you, they can send it to us under separate cover, but it cannot be read at the ceremony unless it has been approved. Is there anything I need to avoid when writing my own vows or choosing music and readings? You are not allowed any religious content in your ceremony, so we are unable to accept hymns or religious music such as some choral works/arias. Similarly, you are not able to have readings from the Bible or any verse or prose that has religious connotations. All readings must be approved prior to your ceremony, so we will be happy to discuss any queries you have early in your planning.
You do not need to learn and remember the words you need to say at the ceremony. The registrar will ask you to repeat all vows after them, a few words at a time. I am worried that I may make a mistake in my vows or start to laugh or cry? We understand that these types of ceremonies are significant events in your life, that emotions run very high and you may be extremely nervous. If you make a mistake, the registrar will repeat what you need to say or help you correct the words. Please don’t be embarrassed – all of your guests are there to celebrate your special occasion with you and will not mind if you show some nerves or make a mistake. If you have a giggle or shed a tear, most of them will probably join you! Can we write our own vows? You must say the legal vows at your ceremony but you can choose to add some extra words, if you wish. You will need to have these approved by the Superintendent Registrar prior to the ceremony, so please return them with your checklist in plenty of time. You may also wish to print out personal vows on a card to hold and read from during the ceremony, as these vows will not be read by the registrar.
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